52 25... Replacing armrest upper part for rear seat backrest

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove ARMREST for rear seat backrest

Release circlip (1) on left and right.

Release screws on left and right.

Installation note:

Armrest upper part is coded against incorrect assembly with plastic pins (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Retaining Ring And Plastic Pins

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Replacement only:

Remove CENTRE ARMREST UPHOLSTERY SECTION